Technical Facilitator (Livelihood)

Position

Technical Facilitator (Livelihood)

Project Location

West Rukum (Tribine Rural Municipalities), Nepal

Service type

People with disabilities

Type of Contract

Yearly contract for one year

Post Level

Community level field Staff

Reports to

Field Officer/ Project Coordinator

Qualifications : Minimum Intermediate (Grade 12) passed from a recognized institution. JTA/VTA, or equivalent certification in Agriculture, Livestock, or a related field.

Professional Experience

At least two (2) years of relevant professional experience

Organisation Background

Human Development and Community Services (HDCS) is a faith-based NGO working in three main sectors of health, education, and community development since 1991. Currently, it manages various projects across Nepal especially in rural regions and provides services through hospitals, health camps, public health programs, disaster preparedness and response, school development programs, teacher training, educational daycare centres for children with special needs, and community radio stations. HDCS is committed to attract and retain the best employees from all ethnicities, gender and backgrounds in its vision to transform the communities.

Purpose

The Social Mobilizer (Livelihoods) will serve as a facilitator, mobilizer, and catalyst for community action by engaging with Agriculture Farmers Groups (AFGs), Livestock Farmers Groups (LFGs), individual farmers, entrepreneurs, and other community structures to promote sustainable agricultural production, entrepreneurship, and income-generating Apply here https://lnk.ink/iRIUC activities. The position will support the effective implementation of livelihood interventions through community mobilization, capacity strengthening, household engagement, facilitation of technical linkages, and coordination with local governments, service providers, project staff, and other stakeholders to enhance household economic empowerment.

Professional Experience

Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in community mobilization, livelihoods, agriculture, entrepreneurship, income generation, or community development programmes.

Demonstrated experience working with farmer groups, community groups, women’s groups, cooperatives, local governments, and vulnerable or marginalized populations.

Experience in implementing livelihood and entrepreneurship interventions, facilitating group meetings, awareness sessions, household visits, skills development activities, and community mobilization initiatives.

Experience in supporting agriculture-based livelihoods, small enterprise development, savings groups, market linkages, or income-generating activities will be an added advantage.

Candidates from the project rural municipalities or those with a good understanding of the local language, culture, and socio-economic context will have an added advantage.

Responsibilities

Professional Experience

Facilitate the formation, revitalization, strengthening, and regular functioning of Agriculture Farmers Groups (AFGs), Livestock Farmers Groups (LFGs), entrepreneurs, and other community livelihood groups in the designated project areas.

Serve as a facilitator, mobilizer, and catalyst for community action to promote sustainable agriculture, livestock development, entrepreneurship, and improved livelihood practices among target households and community groups.

Conduct orientation, awareness, and counseling sessions for AFGs, LFGs, farmers, and entrepreneurs on improved agricultural practices, livestock management, entrepreneurship, income-generating activities, and available livelihood opportunities.

Conduct regular household visits, field follow-ups, and community interactions to identify needs, provide motivation, and support the adoption of improved livelihood practices.

Mobilize and encourage the meaningful participation of women, marginalized groups, persons with disabilities, and vulnerable households in livelihood interventions to promote inclusive economic empowerment.

Coordinate closely with project staff, farmer groups, individual farmers, entrepreneurs, local governments, agriculture and livestock service providers, and other stakeholders for effective implementation of project activities.

Promote climate-resilient agriculture, sustainable farming practices, livestock management, and environmentally responsible livelihood approaches within target communities.

Support the identification, registration, and regular updating of information on farmers, farmer groups, entrepreneurs, and project participants.

Facilitate linkages between farmers and entrepreneurs with technical service providers, markets, financial services, and relevant government resources to improve productivity, income, and sustainability.

Support the distribution and proper utilization of agricultural inputs, seeds, livestock-related materials, equipment, and other project resources in coordination with the Field Officer.

Support the organization and facilitation of trainings, demonstrations, meetings, workshops, exposure visits, and community events in collaboration with the project team.

Collect and document case studies, success stories, beneficiary feedback, challenges, and lessons learned to contribute to project learning, visibility, and knowledge management.

Maintain accurate field records and prepare timely monthly reports through KOBO and submit progress updates to the Field Officer/Project coordinator.

Support project monitoring, data collection, reflection, and review processes in accordance with project plans and organizational guidelines.

Perform other project-related duties assigned by the Field Officer, Project Coordinator, or management team

Essential Skills

Communication & Facilitation Skills: Ability to communicate clearly, facilitate community discussions, conduct awareness sessions, and effectively convey messages to diverse groups and individuals.

Community Mobilization & Engagement: Ability to mobilize communities, strengthen local groups, encourage participation, and promote community ownership of project activities.

Interpersonal & Relationship-Building Skills: Ability to build trust, actively listen, understand community needs, address concerns, and maintain positive relationships with beneficiaries and stakeholders.

Planning & Organizational Skills: Ability to organize field activities, coordinate community meetings, manage time effectively, maintain records, and ensure timely completion of assigned tasks.

Cultural Sensitivity & Social Inclusion: Ability to respect local culture, values, and practices while promoting meaningful participation of women, marginalized groups, persons with disabilities, and vulnerable households.

Behavior Change Communication Skills: Ability to motivate individuals and groups, promote positive practices, and support communities to adopt improved health, nutrition, agriculture, and livelihood behaviors.

Problem-Solving & Adaptability: Ability to identify field-level challenges, develop practical solutions, adapt approaches based on local contexts, and work effectively in remote and changing environments.

Documentation & Digital Skills: Ability to collect, verify, and maintain accurate field information, prepare reports, document learning, and use digital data collection tools such as KOBO.

Tagged as

Rukum West